This past Saturday, February 16th, we stopped by Kentucky Kingdom for their annual off season tour; King Louie’s Winter Walk-Thru. This allowed us to see the park in the off-season as well as an exclusive look at the construction of Kentucky Flyer, the new Gravity Group woodie opening in 2019. We kicked off our visit […]

Kentucky Kingdom has started construction on their all new Kentucky Flyer coaster. The park released numerous photos of the construction, which provide some fascinating details on how roller coasters are constructed. The park started the construction process by removing a section of the berm surrounding the waterpark. The removal was needed in order to ensure […]

The team of more than 200 lifeguards at Kentucky Kingdom’s Hurricane Bay water park recently received the 2018 Platinum International Aquatic Safety Award. The award, given by Jeff Ellis & Associates Inc., an internationally renowned aquatic safety and risk management consulting firm, recognizes Kentucky Kingdom’s lifeguards for achieving the “highest quality of lifeguard professionalism and […]

In a response to Ed Hart’s press conference this morning, the Fair Board released the following statement: “In our partnership with Kentucky Kingdom we have demonstrated a consistent desire to see their business succeed. There should be no surprises here as our lease with them has mutually agreed upon protocol for an orderly expansion, which […]

UPDATE (10/18/18): Kentucky Kingdom is pleased to report that the Fair Board has granted the park its request for one acre of expansion property required for the installation of its newest and 6th coaster – the Kentucky Flyer. The park was advised of this development after Mr. Hart held a press conference yesterday at the park. […]

To launch the celebration of its 30th anniversary, Kentucky Kingdom hosted a reunion last night for the members of “Save My Park,” a group of longtime supporters of Kentucky Kingdom who led the effort to convince state and local officials not to bulldoze the theme park when the former operator closed and abandoned the park. […]

Kentucky Kingdom is pleased to announce that it is extending its early bird season pass price through July 4. Passes will remain on sale at the early bird price of $69.95 until midnight on Wednesday, July 4, after which the price will increase by $50, rising to $119.95. Julie Johnson, Kentucky Kingdom’s Director of Sales […]

Last night, June 5th, Kentucky Kingdom’s internet and telephone system went down. Marty Ernst, Kentucky Kingdom’s Director of Technology, released the following statement: “it is really unfortunate that at the height of our season pass ordering, Kentucky Kingdom could not accommodate its customers, especially guests who were attempting to order season passes online. We worked […]

On Saturday, February 24th, Kentucky Kingdom held a special tour for invited coaster enthusiasts, club members, and select media. The annual event, appropriately named King Louie’s Winter Walk-Thru, provided fans with an off season behind-the-scenes tour of the park. Since majority of our staff was at Cedar Point for their annual off season charity event, our […]

Calling all roller coaster fans!!! The 2016 coaster season has begun! Take a look at 10 new coasters you should visit this season! 10. Flight of Hippogriff – Universal Studios Hollywood This new ride is family-friendly and brings joy to all ages! You must be at least 36″ tall to ride. 9. GaleForce- Playland’s Castaway […]

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